Category: Customer Experience

Uber’s AI assistant enhances the EV experience for drivers

Uber has introduced a new AI assistant designed specifically for U.S. drivers. Starting in early 2025, this chatbot, powered by OpenAI’s GPT-4o, will be integrated into the Uber driver app, providing real-time assistance on all things EV-related.The AI assistant will...

Work or shop? 46% of Brits admit to mobile shopping on the job

According to a new survey by Attentive, nearly half (46%) of Brits admit they’ve shopped from their phones while at work.Gen X took the lead, with more than 50% admitting to shopping on their phones during work hours. Not far...

Frasers Property UK and MAPP partnership drives customer service success

Frasers Property UK, in partnership with MAPP, has been awarded the coveted Institute of Customer Service ServiceMark accreditation with Distinction.Winnersh Triangle, Chineham Park, Farnborough Business Park, Maxis Business Park, and Blythe Valley Park have all been commended for their exemplary...

Tokyo takes stand against customer harassment with landmark ‘kasuhara’ law

Japan is taking decisive steps to combat the growing issue of customer harassment, known as “kasuhara,” to protect its service workers from abuse. On July 9, department store giant Takashimaya became the first major retailer to announce measures against harassment,...

Poor in-store experiences cost UK retailers £41 billion

Recent research by Forsta highlights a crisis in customer satisfaction among British high-street retailers, revealing that negative in-store experiences are costing the sector up to £41 billion in lost revenue. According to the report, over 76% of negative online reviews,...

Cyber week set to drive nearly $41B in sales

The upcoming holiday season is expected to break all records, with Adobe forecasting a staggering $240.8 billion in online sales between November 1 and December 31. According to Adobe’s latest report, Black Friday will see faster growth than Cyber Monday...

Marketing overload drives 40% of U.S. consumers to unsubscribe weekly

A recent survey by GetApp reveals that U.S. consumers are increasingly overwhelmed by marketing communications, with 40% unsubscribing from emails and texts at least once a week—well above the global average of 25%. The 2024 Advertising Preferences Survey highlights how...

Majority of UK businesses struggle to find tech talent

The latest report by Hyve Managed Hosting paints a picture of the UK’s tech industry, showing that 80% of businesses struggle to find the skilled professionals they need to stay competitive.“Our report highlights just how complex a strategy is required...

ParkHub drives customer success through speed, adaptability, and team collaboration

At ParkHub, customer satisfaction has always been a top priority, driven by a deep understanding of the demands their customers face. At the US firm, which provides software and hardware systems for the parking industry, quick resolutions to customer problems...

46% of UK consumers affected by cyberattacks, calling for greater data transparency

A recent survey by Cohesity shows consumer concerns about collecting and using their personal data, especially involving AI. The survey found that most respondents in the UK (73%), the US (81%), and Australia (82%) believe companies are collecting excessive amounts...